1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Stratos | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
